Damen expands its service offering with UK repair arm

The agreement with I.M.E sees the two companies combining resources to offer clients comprehensive support.

“It is our aim to serve our clients as a strategic partner. With our network of service hubs, we look to deliver support anytime and anywhere in the world. To achieve this goal, we are growing our presence globally,” said Edwin van der Poel, area service manager at Damen Services.

“This agreement forms a part of these plans. We are very much looking forward to working closer together with our colleagues at I.M.E. in the future.”

Local support

Damen Services UK began operations in 2021 to fulfil the maintenance and parts requirements of maritime operators in the region. 

The company consistently works with a number of local suppliers, which has frequently included I.M.E, with which Damen shares several clients in common.

This MoU comes as a result of the the two companies expressing an interest in a closer cooperation.

Following the agreement, the Damen Service Hub UK has access to office, workshop and yard facilities in a strategic location, which in turn, will allow it to expand its workforce, thereby creating additional employment opportunities in the area.

The Southampton location will also allow Damen to serve additional markets, thanks to its proximity to existing and planned offshore wind projects; an important sector for the company.